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California Cleanin’: On Such a Bright Earth Day!
In appreciation of the earth, and an initiative to further safeguard the environment, Aquatic Dreams Scuba Center of Modesto, CA, through its dive club Modesto Dream Divers, will host a special “Dive In Earth Day”, to be held April 12 at local Del Monte Beach. The 10th annual event will begin with a registration and check-in session at 8 a.m.: afterwards, divers will remove trash, debris, and other hazardous objects from the beach’s waters. But the cleanup isn’t just for scuba lovers: non-divers can also help beautify Del Monte’s sandy expanse. Kids can also get in on the fun through a special critter repatriation station where different varieties of sea life will be returned home. For more information, along with pre-registration options, visit www.dreamdiver.com or call 209-577-3483.
Dive the Cenotes of Mexico with a Winter Time Special
Looking to escape to a warmer climate? Cave Training Mexico of Playa de Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico, is inspiring divers to explore the country’s exceptional cave/cenote adventures. The company routinely takes divers to these unique sites and offers an encyclopedia of knowledge. “The cenotes, considered by the Mayans as the sacred entrance to the underworld, are nowadays viewed as one of the most exciting adventures for certified divers,” stated Cave Training Mexico Owner Alessandra Figari. “You just need to be open certified and have a good buoyancy control to be able to take part to this incredible and magic experience.” For more information on the wonders of diving cenotes, visit www.cavetrainingmexico.com.
CSTR and WSA Partner for Online Auction
Two oceanic 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations, California Ships to Reefs (CSTR) and Washington SCUBA Alliance (WSA) are banding together to provide scuba and watersports aficionados with some great equipment at this year’s SCUBA & H2O Adventure Show. During the weekend, April 5 to 6 at Pier 91 Cruise Terminal in stunning downtown Seattle, Dive News Network will present a special auction to guests at booths #314 and #316. “Dive News Network selected WSA and CSTR as beneficiaries for our auction due to their complementary goals, which enhance our marine environment,” stated Producer Rick Stratton. “We are delighted to have these two dedicated organizations as participants in the show and auction proceeds.” A groundbreaking online auction will run simultaneously from April 2 to 6 where bidders will be able to stay in the game from any place and any time until the final gavel drops. For more information on these organizations, and how you can partake in the virtual bidding, visit www.californashipstoreefs.org and www.wascuba.org.
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Light & Motion Bolsters Local Manufacturing at New Facility
As part of a continuing campaign to “move upstream”, Monterey, CA-based outdoor and scuba light manufacturer Light & Motion recently moved its headquarters to nearby Marina. The new 30,000 square foot facility will enable more professional space for manufacturing operations. “We are a team that loves product and our new building gives us more room to build it. The idea of someone else build it for us would be like sending someone out to take your place on your Saturday morning ride,” stated CEO of Light & Motion Daniel Emerson. “Practice is how we get better and learn to design better products. The new building also provides more professional space for our team to work, and Marina is a great community for working folk.” Acclaimed for its groundbreaking business practices and clean energy solutions, the company has received several commendable distinctions such as the 2012 “Cool California Award” and the “Waste Reduction Awards Program (W.R.A.P.)” Award. For more information on Light & Motion, its product line, and its services, visit www.lightandmotion.com or call 831-645-1525.
GoPro Brings Home an Emmy®!
On January 14, the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences awarded camera manufacturer GoPro with a coveted Technology and Engineering Emmy® Award for the “Inexpensive Small Rugged HD Camcorders” distinction. The company was specifically selected for the honor due for its innovative HERO3 camera technology. GoPro Founder and CEO Nicolas Woodman graciously accepted the award on behalf of the company. “That the best-selling consumer camera in the world has also been so enthusiastically adopted by film and television professionals is something we’re very proud of,” Woodman stated. “It’s a testament to the quality and versatility of our products and our passion for enabling the world to capture incredible content.” For more information on GoPro’s accomplishments and its product line, visit www.gopro.com.
FGNMS Presents Seaside Chat Discourse Program
Ocean devotees of all ages looking to enhance their knowledge will experience an invigorating array of presentations hosted by NOAA’s Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary (FGBNMS) in Galveston, TX throughout February. Taking place at the Aquarium Pyramid at Moody Gardens each Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., the “Seaside Chat” series will illuminate questions, concerns, and procedures related to National Marine Sanctuary projects. The specialized talks will begin with “What are National Marine Sanctuaries?” on February 5 and will continue with “Deep Water Tools & Technology for Sanctuary Science” on February 12; “Shallow Water Tools & Technology for Sanctuary Science” February 29; and “Remotely Tracking Sealife” with guest speaker David Wells of Texas A&M University February 26. For more info on the exciting series, visit www.flowergarden.noaa.gov.